Definitions
- Referring to the hair that grows on the edge of the eyelid. - Talking about a small and delicate hair that protects the eye from dust and debris. - Describing a feature of the eye that enhances its beauty and expressiveness.
- Referring to the microscopic hair-like structures that line the respiratory tract and move mucus out of the lungs. - Talking about the hair-like projections on the surface of some cells that help with movement and sensory functions. - Describing a biological structure that plays a vital role in the functioning of various organs and systems.
List of Similarities
- 1Both eyelash and cilium are hair-like structures.
- 2Both have a protective function.
- 3Both are found on the body.
- 4Both are part of the body's defense mechanism.
- 5Both are involved in sensory functions.
What is the difference?
- 1Size: Eyelashes are visible to the naked eye, while cilia are microscopic.
- 2Location: Eyelashes are found on the edge of the eyelid, while cilia are found on the surface of cells or lining the respiratory tract.
- 3Function: Eyelashes protect the eye from dust and debris, while cilia help to move mucus out of the lungs or aid in cell movement and sensing.
- 4Number: Eyelashes are few in number, while cilia are numerous.
- 5Appearance: Eyelashes are often associated with beauty and aesthetics, while cilia are more functional in nature.
Remember this!
Eyelash and cilium are both hair-like structures that serve a protective function. However, they differ in size, location, function, number, and appearance. Eyelashes are visible to the naked eye, found on the edge of the eyelid, and protect the eye from dust and debris. Cilia, on the other hand, are microscopic, found on the surface of cells or lining the respiratory tract, and help to move mucus out of the lungs or aid in cell movement and sensing.
